Lake Valley Golf Club
About Lake Valley Golf Club
Lake Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Niwot, Colorado (80503). The course was designed by Press Maxwell and established in 1964. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,796 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Lake Valley Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Colorado, playing harder than 86% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,858 to 6,796 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
70
Length
6,796
Slope
136
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 183 rated courses in Colorado
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 136 | 71.9 | 407 | 430 | 446 | 314 | 192 | 413 | 236 | 429 | 530 | 3397 | 390 | 590 | 210 | 417 | 379 | 435 | 180 | 421 | 377 | 3399 | 6,796 |
Black/Blue | 135 | 70.6 | 407 | 430 | 421 | 314 | 172 | 413 | 215 | 408 | 530 | 3310 | 390 | 579 | 181 | 417 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 421 | 355 | 3262 | 6,572 |
Blue | 150 | 76.8 | 374 | 417 | 421 | 302 | 172 | 407 | 215 | 408 | 524 | 3240 | 381 | 579 | 181 | 397 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 415 | 355 | 3227 | 6,467 |
Blue | 134 | 70.3 | 374 | 417 | 421 | 302 | 172 | 407 | 215 | 408 | 524 | 3240 | 381 | 579 | 181 | 397 | 362 | 387 | 170 | 415 | 355 | 3227 | 6,467 |
Blue/White | 144 | 75.5 | 374 | 417 | 387 | 302 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 408 | 524 | 3156 | 381 | 569 | 169 | 397 | 362 | 327 | 161 | 415 | 347 | 3128 | 6,284 |
Blue/White | 128 | 69.5 | 374 | 417 | 387 | 302 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 408 | 524 | 3156 | 381 | 569 | 169 | 397 | 362 | 327 | 161 | 415 | 347 | 3128 | 6,284 |
White | 139 | 74.6 | 350 | 404 | 387 | 289 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 401 | 517 | 3092 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 385 | 351 | 327 | 161 | 391 | 347 | 3055 | 6,147 |
White | 126 | 68.5 | 350 | 404 | 387 | 289 | 155 | 402 | 187 | 401 | 517 | 3092 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 385 | 351 | 327 | 161 | 391 | 347 | 3055 | 6,147 |
White/Green | 135 | 73.8 | 350 | 404 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 187 | 393 | 495 | 2987 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 161 | 391 | 339 | 2991 | 5,978 |
White/Green | 125 | 67.6 | 350 | 404 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 187 | 393 | 495 | 2987 | 355 | 569 | 169 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 161 | 391 | 339 | 2991 | 5,978 |
Green | 134 | 72.5 | 344 | 359 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 149 | 393 | 495 | 2898 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 150 | 377 | 339 | 2879 | 5,777 |
Green | 122 | 66.6 | 344 | 359 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 149 | 393 | 495 | 2898 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 373 | 318 | 316 | 150 | 377 | 339 | 2879 | 5,777 |
Green/Red | 132 | 70.9 | 324 | 328 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 137 | 355 | 451 | 2753 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 338 | 312 | 316 | 128 | 303 | 339 | 2742 | 5,495 |
Green/Red | 115 | 65.2 | 324 | 328 | 344 | 289 | 141 | 384 | 137 | 354 | 451 | 2752 | 345 | 504 | 157 | 338 | 312 | 316 | 128 | 303 | 339 | 2742 | 5,494 |
Red | 129 | 70.0 | 324 | 328 | 319 | 277 | 138 | 369 | 137 | 355 | 451 | 2698 | 329 | 497 | 132 | 338 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 312 | 2655 | 5,353 |
Red | 111 | 64.6 | 324 | 328 | 319 | 277 | 138 | 369 | 137 | 354 | 451 | 2697 | 329 | 497 | 132 | 338 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 312 | 2655 | 5,352 |
Red/Gold | 123 | 67.3 | 324 | 328 | 247 | 277 | 138 | 299 | 137 | 301 | 393 | 2444 | 329 | 389 | 132 | 251 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 266 | 2414 | 4,858 |
Red/Gold | 106 | 62.4 | 324 | 328 | 247 | 277 | 138 | 299 | 137 | 301 | 393 | 2444 | 329 | 389 | 132 | 251 | 312 | 304 | 128 | 303 | 266 | 2414 | 4,858 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Valley Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,796 | 136 | 71.9 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,572 | 135 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,467 | 150 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,467 | 134 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,284 | 144 | 75.5 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,284 | 128 | 69.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,147 | 139 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,147 | 126 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,978 | 135 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,978 | 125 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,777 | 134 | 72.5 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,777 | 122 | 66.6 | 12-22 |
Green/Red | 5,495 | 132 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Green/Red | 5,494 | 115 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,353 | 129 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,352 | 111 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold | 4,858 | 123 | 67.3 | 25+ |
Red/Gold | 4,858 | 106 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Valley Golf Club
Lake Valley Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Lake Valley Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Valley Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club is a public golf course located in Niwot, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Lake Valley Golf Club have?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1964. The course was designed by Press Maxwell.
What is the yardage at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Lake Valley Golf Club plays to 6,284 yards (par 74). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,858 to 6,796 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Lake Valley Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Valley Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Lake Valley Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Lake Valley Golf Club offer?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lake Valley Golf Club located?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club is located at 4400 Lake Valley Dr in Niwot, CO 80503. You can reach them at 303-444-2114.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 86% of golf courses in Colorado. The average slope rating in Colorado is 139. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Lake Valley Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. Black tees (6,796 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red/Gold tees (4,858 yards, slope 106) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Valley Golf Club should play the Red/Gold tees, which play 4,858 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Green tees (slope 125, rating 67.6) at Lake Valley Golf Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 84. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Lake Valley Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Valley Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.